Month: November 2017


Nov
2017

Bathing with Jewelry

categories: Reviews

When I think luxury I think of lots of things ….. special things.

Jewelry, relaxation, bling, comfort….

This month’s Mama’s Tub Time features a luxury bath bomb from Jackpot Candles

The bath bombs from Jackpot Candles are not your average bath bomb. Inside each bath bomb you have a ring that will float to the top of the bathwater once fully dissolved. The ring, in a small plastic container for safety, will float to the top of the water, showing you your newest ring to wear and flaunt. Alternatively, if you’re looking for personalised and also water resistant jewelry you may want to check out these custom silicone rings.

This exciting feature makes the bath bombs by Jackpot Candles the perfect gift this holiday season. If you know someone who loves to relax in the tub and who loves jewelry, then this is the easy choice. Jackpot Candles aren’t the only company that offers rings with their bath bombs amorbathbombs.com also offers a range of bath bombs that come with rings and necklaces, however, the difference is that you get to choose the ring or necklace you’d like, this is ideal if that certain someone has a specific taste in jewelry this way you’ll know exactly what ring or necklace she’s going to get. To help add to this peaceful relaxation, the use of THC tinctures may be of added benefit in getting you to wind down during the end of the day, especially if it has been a rough one.

Each bath bomb contains a ring which has a value from $15 to $5,000! Wouldn’t is be amazing to get a ring with such a giant retail value!

MamatheFox used 4 bath bombs from Jackpot Candles and these are my main thoughts:

  1. Love the soft colors – did not leave color rings around the tub when drained
  2. Moisturizing yet not heavy with oils
  3. Exciting watching it fizz and melt, knowing a special ring is waiting for me
  4. Looking up the ring’s value is a fun novelty
  5. These would make the perfect gift for any bath or jewelry lover this holiday
  6. Appealing scents make for a relaxing bathing experience

Rings come is sizes 6, 7, 8 or 9

Scents Available:

  • Mermaid Daydream
  • Tranquil Serenity
  • Love Potion
  • Enliven Me
  • Life of the Party Pink Grapefruit
  • Ocean Breeze
  • Citrus Unwind
  • Tangerine Tango
  • Tea Time
  • Hibiscus

Connect with Jackpot Candles

Facebook Twitter Pinterest Instagram


Nov
2017

Top Signs Why You Need to Buy a New Mattress for Your Bed Room

categories: Reviews

The mattress is the central part of the bedroom as most of the time you’re in there you’re either lying on top of it or sitting on it. Regardless of the activity type, this surface takes a lot from you in its lifetime, which is OK since this is why it exists – to accommodate your needs.

But, as the time goes by, even the most durable of mattresses will start to give in. The process happens gradually but it happens, and there are signs to warn you before the mattress becomes unusable. My recommendation is to pay attention to these signs and start saving early as a new mattress is a pretty serious commitment, both financially and personally. These signs would generally mean that it is close to or is time for you to invest in a new mattress from somewhere like Simba. It is definitely an essential that everyone needs in order to provide them with a good night’s sleep. Plus, there’s not better feeling than sleeping on a brand new mattress. What I did when I knew I had to replace my old one was look into mattress reviews and watch tutorials, where I found this to be the best way I could get the opinion of others who have tried these products out. I feel like this is one of the best ways to finding your perfect mattress for you or your family.

From a financial point of view, a new mattress may get you to dig deep in the savings pocket. However, from a personal point of view, you may consider a new approach to get the best product that fits your comfort needs and sleeping position (for more on this topic, click here).

Still, I’m not here to talk about a new product, but the old one. Below I listed some of the most common signs that tell you the old mattress has to go.

The Surface Starts to Sag

Every mattress with a queen bed frame, will start to sag after a long time of constant using, but each material behaves differently. For instance, if you own an innerspring, you’ll notice a depression in the center of the mattress that gets deeper with time. With a memory foam mattress on the other hand, there is no visual clue. Still, if you start feeling like you are in a hammock every time you lie down, this is a very clear sign of sagginess.

There are Lumps

Sadly, this symptom can’t be ignored for too long because lumps will interfere with your sleep more than anything else. Usually, lumps start small and you don’t get to feel them very soon, but when they get big enough, you won’t be able to stop thinking about them.

You are Tired all the Time

Well this is absolutely normal when you have small children, but the little sleep you do get should be comfy and restful. So, if you tend to wake up more tired than when you went to bed, take a closer look at your mattress. If the back support is no longer effective the tension that gathers in your shoulders and spine during the day won’t be properly relieved during the night. This means back and neck pain that will keep you awake during the night.

Weird Sounds

Not all mattresses make sounds, but if yours is nosier than usual, consider a replacement in the nearest future. The ones that get louder with time are the products that feature a spring or coil structure, but these are not the only ones (some latex mattresses get noisy with time as well).

Overall, if a mattress is older than eight years old, it has run its course and must be replaced with a fresh, modern product. Many mattresses today are very well-equipped and come with amazing features that work wonders for your comfort and back support.


Nov
2017

The Merry Kid-oliday Giveaway

categories: Giveaway

Sponsored By:
PlaSmart, I See Me!, Handpainting – Fine Art Prints,
Farm Hoppers, The Pencil Grip, and Ailihen

Hosted By: Love, Mrs. Mommy

Co-Hosted By: FROG Reviews and Ramblings, MomLovePassion, Homeschool Insights,
First Time Mom, Green Grandma, and It’s Free At Last

1 Lucky Winner Will Receive:

$244 worth of goodies!

PlaSmart

PlasmaCarin winner’s choice of in-stock color! $69.99 RV!

I See Me!

My Very Own Christmas Personalized Gift Set! $44.99 RV!

Handpainting – Fine Art Prints

Winner’s choice of any four, 8×10 prints! Pick out a set of 4 prints, or mix and match! $54 RV!
  

Farm Hoppers

Winner’s choice of in-stock Farm Hopper! $29.89 RV!

The Pencil Grip

A 24 pack of Thin Stix! $24.99 RV!

Ailihen

HD850 Volume Limiting Headphones with SharePort and Microphone! Winner’s choice of in-stock color! $19.98 RV!
Open To US entrants and must be 18+ to enter

Giveaway Dates ~ 11/27 9:00 AM EST through 12/14 11:59PM EST

 

Disclosure: Love, Mrs. Mommy and all participating bloggers are not held responsible for sponsors who do not fulfill their prize obligations. This giveaway is in no way endorsed or sponsored by Facebook or any other social media site. The winner will be randomly drawn by Giveaway Tools and will be notified by email. Winner has 48 hours to reply before a replacement winner will be drawn. If you would like to participate in an event like this please contact LoveMrsMommy (at) gmail (dot) com.
  • Comments Off on The Merry Kid-oliday Giveaway

Nov
2017

Get Organized with Baby Tooshy

categories: Uncategorized

With two kids, one in diapers and one potty training, I have a lot of random supplies I need throughout the day. From diapers, to nail clippers, extra clothes, to wipes, I wanted to keep supplies at hand to limit time unattended kids. For a while I was just storing supplies under my coffee table. It was messy, the kids got into it, and I was alway straightening up piles. Without a specific place for supplies in our family room, a lot of things got lost or “lost” to my husband at least.

Then the Baby Tooshy Diaper Caddy entered my house, and just like that we got organized.

Connect with Baby Tooshy

Website     Facebook.    Pinterest     Twitter

The Baby Tooshy Caddy is a practical addition to any baby home. It neatly organizes every thing you need for daily life with littles. The strong, sturdy built was actually way more durable than I expected. The walls are thick and strong like cardboard covered by easy to clean canvas. The 9 pockets are flexible and secure and keep things in place, even on the move.

With two strong handles the Baby Tooshy Caddy can follow you around the house, or on the go. It is perfect for taking from room to room especially when  trying to avoid leaving that sneaky toddler unattended. It can even make traveling more organized by holding activities and snacks, the diaper stash, or even emergency medical supplies.

The large size comfortably holds a variety of supplies. If you are completely filling with diapers, the Caddy can hold at least 60 size 5 disposable diapers, full size wipes, and other small essentials. That is an estimated of  1 week of supplies.

With two kids in different stages of life, my needs are vast. I loved the ability to fit a variety of cloth diapers, pull ups, reusable diapers, and underwear. Everything for my new house, which I was able to finance after reading this article: How Much House Can I Afford?

For those hundreds of diaper changes I do a day, I added the other diaper changing necessities; a large box of wipes and a changing mat.

With 8 full length pockets, baby sized supplies stay organized and easy to find.

Our tube of diaper cream and hand wipes fit snugly without a problem. I also added nail supplies and a thermometer since they always seem MIA when needed most.

Truly the list could go on of supplies you could store. The Baby Tooshy Caddy is versatile and timeless in organizing supplies for your family.

Stay organized by checking out the durable and strong Baby Tooshy Caddy. It is sure to find a perfect fit in your home as you fit your home inside its easy to clean and secure frame.


Nov
2017

Lalabu Giveaway

categories: Giveaway

Welcome to the Gobble Up Giveaways Hop brought to you by The Hopping Bloggers!

Hosted By: Mama’s Geeky & Women and Their Pretties

Co-Hosted By: Teacups and Fairy Tales

 

Enter for your chance to win (1) Dad Shirt from Lalabu in your choice of color! A $75 value!!

Each giveaway has a value of a minimum of $15, however some are worth much more. Be sure to enter to win all of them because there is no limit to how many you can win. GOOD LUCK!

  • Comments Off on Lalabu Giveaway

Nov
2017

We Love Dad

categories: Reviews

Every time I wear my baby in our baby carrier or wrap I get multiple people who comment on how great they are. It never fails that someone will speak to me about how they wish they had a carrier or wrap when their kids were younger.

“Those are such a great idea. I wish they made them when I had kids.”

“Wow, he looks so cozy!”

“What a great contraption for keeping your hands free.”

These comments, among others, are some that people have said to me.

 

 

Let me tell, I have never had so many people talk to us and comment on how cool the Lalabu Dad Shirt is than when my husband wore this shirt. It seemed like every step we took someone different asked us about it. People just couldn’t get over how genius the shirt was!

 

 

Lalabu is a small business that’s based in Atlanta Georgia. The husband and wife team were first interested in babywearing when they were on a trip to Africa. Babies were soothed by their mom’s presence and were a part of their parents everyday lives. When connected to their parents, babies feel very safe and secure. Babywearing jump starts learning because they can easily observe how the parent moves, talks, and interacts with the world around them.

The creators of Lalabu wanted parents to be able to wear babies easily so they would wear them more often. Simplifying babywearing was the perfect solution; they combined the clothing and gear into one brilliant design – the Soothe Shirt for moms and the Dad Shirt for dads.

 

This dad shirt is different that all other baby carriers because it makes babywearing simple. It is seriously so easy to wear your newborn baby with this shirt. The simple design allows anyone to be able to figure out how to use it. There is no wrapping, adjusting, or tying involved when using this shirt; just simply slip the baby into the open pouch an go!

The slim-fit design looks flattering on any body type. I love how the shirt looks like a normal t-shirt; it just has a cute little pouch to keep baby in. The v-neck neck line allows the shirt to be stylish even without baby in it. So, once baby weighs more than 15 pounds, dad can still wear the shirt!

The polyester, rayon, and spandex blend that creates the softness of the shirt is just that – soft! Not to mention, the inner mesh panel provides breathability which is perfect for men. My husband is always warm, so when he’s wearing the baby you better believe that he’s going to be hot. This mesh panel is great because it allows him to be cooler and not sweat as much as he normally does.

 

The adjustable head-support panel is a great feature. It can fold down into the pouch when not in use, then while baby is growing you can flip it out to extend the life of the shirt. We liked using the panel when baby is sleeping. It gave his head extra support, and it was great to cover his face up a bit and keep passerby’s from getting too close. On sunny days the panel is perfect for keeping baby’s head protected from the rays.

 


Dads can be basically hands free with this Lalabu dad shirt. It is such a life savor when you have multiple kids. My husband was able to play and interact with our 18 month old while holding our newborn in the shirt. He defiantly needed to be careful and keep a had on the back of baby’s head just to insure safety.

 

I especially love that Lalabu gives 2% of every individual sales is given back to fund the dreams of families. You can now choose what cause you want your 2% to be given towards. Choose from four different categories that you have the opportunity to give back to. To learn more about their For New Lives Giving – give back program click here. 

Connect with Lalabu

Facebook               Instagram              Pinterest                Twitter              Youtube

 

This company is really awesome and we absolutely love the dad shirt. I love that my husband can wear our newborn so easily and enjoy it! Kiddos grow up so fast, so this babywearing shirt that allows dads to connect with their kids from the beginning is great. Lalabu makes mom shirts too, so be sure to check them out on their website.

 


Nov
2017

Happily and Organically Ever After

categories: Reviews

Having a new baby in the house means a lot of ‘newness’; new clothes, new toys, new adjustments. That’s what we’re going through in our home right now. Baby number two is causing us to adjust a lot – but what new baby doesn’t?! We’re still swooning over him and teaching our 18 month old how to be gentle. Let me tell ya, there’s never a dull moment!

 

I have some hesitations when it comes to health and safety. I want to keep baby healthy while his little body is growing and building up its immunity! Keeping chemicals and dirtiness at bay is quite the struggle. I’m constantly washing toys and cleaning the floor. I even wash brand new toys. Is that weird?That is why I am swooning over the Finn + Emma play gym that we have. I am 100% confident pulling out the play gym and having baby near it (and soon chewing on it). It is super stylish, so it looks great in anyones home; and most importantly it is made with natural and organic materials.

 

::About Finn + Emma::

Finn + Emma is a brand that we, here at MamatheFox, have grown to know and love. Their products are beautiful, so unique, and 100% safe for kiddos. Stylish, sustainable, and whimsical are words that you  could use to describe their brand.

Finn + Emma strives to make homes (and the things in them) safe. With products that include clothing, blankets, headbands, play gyms, and more; you will for sure find something of theirs that catches your eye.

This brand really lives out the sustainable, no chemical life. They replace chemicals and unsafe materials with 100% organic cotton, eco friendly dies, and all natural wood – that is music to any mamas ears!

The wooden toys are made from untreated Indian hardwood and finished with vegetable seed wax then filled with little beans. While their hand-knit toys are made with G.O.T.S. (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified organic cotton yarn and wool stuffing. The rattle inside is even phthalate-free!

All the garments and accessories sold by Finn + Emma are produced in fair trade settings. These settings focus on social and economic independence for local people who are working to provide for their families in a safe and fair environment. Buying fair trade is a great way for us to reduce poverty through everyday shopping!

Finn + Emma’s quest:

“To live happily and organically ever after”

 

Upon arrival of the Finn + Emma play gym I was so, so excited. We received it before I even had baby 2.0 but that did not stop me from taking it out of the box right then and there. I just couldn’t wait to see it!

I put this play gym together in about ten minutes. It is really easy to figure out and totally doable with one person. There is not a lot of pieces and the directions are very straight forward. My 18 month old son really wanted to help, so don’t be afraid to have your kiddo help you out; they’ll love it!

 

The play gym is seriously so stylish. I don’t feel like I need to put it away or hide it when company comes over because it actually looks good. The neutral colors and tones make it appealing in any room. I like how the play gym doesn’t come with loud, musical toys nor bright colors or crazy patterns. Although I like those features for my kiddos to learn, I don’t necessarily like them in my living room all the time. This play gym really is the perfect toy to keep out in the open – you almost WANT people to see it.



This play gym is very versatile too. Included with it is four different rattle/teether toys, these are great because you can attach them to the gym or take them off and let baby play with them independently. The two wooden toys are teethers and are perfect for an older child getting some chompers. The two cloth/knit toys are rattlers, they work great while on the go. Take them in the car with you or pull them out while grocery shopping!

Seriously adorable.

 

I love how the play gym is a grow-with-me toy. Unlike most traditional play gyms, it can easily be used once baby is able to sit up; the lifespan of it just increased! The legs of the play gym are adjustable so you can increase (or decrease) the height based on baby’s age.

I’m all about toys that have multiple purposes and uses – this one defiantly meets those standards.

 

 

The play gym is really easy to store too. With our first child we had a traditional play gym that was “collapsable” but still was hard to store. You couldn’t get to it easily because it needed taken out from wherever it was kept and then to be put together. I keep my Finn + Emma play gym right up against our couch so it’s easily accessible but also out of the way when we’re not using it.

 

 

Our Finn + Emma play gym allows me to worry less and my kiddo to play more. The natural and organic materials gives me assurance that my baby (and yours too!) is safe and kept away from dangerous plastics and man made materials.

Connect with Finn + Emma

Facebook               Instagram               Pinterest               Twitter               Youtube

  • Comments Off on Happily and Organically Ever After

Nov
2017

MacDaddy Milkers Bath Bomb Giveaway

categories: Giveaway

Welcome to In Everything Give Thanks Giveaway Hop!

Enter for your chance to win a $25 gift card to MacDaddy Milkers!

Hosted by: MamatheFox

Sponsor: MacDaddy Milkers

 

Read all about MacDaddy Milkers and their amazing $1 bath bombs here

MamatheFox and all participating bloggers are not held responsible for sponsors who fail to fulfill their prize obligations


Nov
2017

LOL Surprise Giveaway

categories: Giveaway

Sponsored & Hosted By: Love, Mrs. Mommy

Winner will receive:

An L.O.L. Surprise! Pets (Series 3), Lil Sisters (Series 2), & Charm Fizz (Series 2) Prize Pack!

Love, Mrs. Mommy is hosting and sponsoring this years hottest holiday toys as a giveaway! Included in this prize pack is the BRAND NEW (just released!), L.O.L. Surprise! Pets (Series 3)! WOW! 

 Everyone wants L.O.L. Surprise! goodies and stores can’t keep them on the shelves (I know, as it took me forever to get some for my daughter!), so I decided to share the love! 🙂 Good luck everyone!


Open to entrants from the Continental US and must be 18+ to enter.

Giveaway Dates ~ 11/13 9:00 AM EST through 12/4 11:59PM EST
Disclosure: Love, Mrs. Mommy will be mailing this prize pack to the winner. All other participating bloggers are not held responsible for prize fulfillment or shipment. This giveaway is in no way endorsed or sponsored by Facebook or any other social media site. The winner will be randomly drawn by Giveaway Tools and will be notified by email. Winner has 48 hours to reply before a replacement winner will be drawn. If you would like to participate in an event like this, please contact LoveMrsMommy (at) gmail (dot) com.